Dunedin vs Pinellas Park
How do water restrictions rules compare between Dunedin, FL and Pinellas Park, FL?
Dunedin and Pinellas Park have similar restriction levels.
Dunedin, FL
Pinellas County
Dunedin follows Southwest Florida Water Management District schedules. Under the current Modified Phase III shortage, irrigation is limited to one assigned day per week between 12:01-4:00 AM, with $500 maximum citations and no first-warning period.
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Pinellas County
Pinellas Park follows Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) and Pinellas County watering rules, which currently limit landscape irrigation to once per week with hours based on address.
View full Pinellas Park rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Dunedin | Pinellas Park |
|---|---|---|
| Current phase | Modified Phase III | - |
| Frequency | One day per week | Once per week |
| Allowed hours | 12:01-4:00 AM | - |
| Maximum fine | $500 per violation | - |
| Authority | SWFWMD adopted locally | SWFWMD and county |
| Banned hours | - | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Citation amount | - | $193 first offense |
| Hand watering | - | Allowed anytime |
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Dunedin FAQ
Which day can I water my lawn in Dunedin?
Your watering day depends on your house number's last digit: 0-1 Monday, 2-3 Tuesday, 4-5 Wednesday, 6-7 Thursday, 8-9 Friday. Even-odd schedules apply only during stricter phases.
Are there exceptions for new sod or plants?
Yes. Hand watering and microirrigation of plant beds is allowed any day before 8 AM or after 6 PM. New sod and plant establishment exemptions apply for 30 to 60 days with documentation.
Pinellas Park FAQ
Which day can I water my lawn in Pinellas Park?
Days are assigned by the last digit of your street address under SWFWMD's once-per-week schedule. Check pinellas.gov/watering-schedule-and-rules to confirm your day before turning on your sprinklers.
Can I still water new plants every day?
Newly installed sod, plants, and trees qualify for a 30-60 day establishment period during which more frequent watering is allowed. Hand watering and microirrigation of beds is unrestricted any day or time.
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